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Center for Marine Studies Building Rental

A reception area, catering kitchen, conference room, classrooms and a 272-seat auditorium are available for rent. Shown below is the complete list of rental spaces in this building. Rental Rates

Building

 

Lastinger Family Foundation Interactive Area

On the first floor, this reception hall features a two-story atrium overlooking the beautiful Intracoastal Waterway. Size: 48′ X 30′ (1440 sq. ft.)

Lohman Auditorium

The auditorium holds 272 people and is equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment.

Strickland Family Conference Room

Perfect for small meetings, featuring audio-visual and teleconferencing capabilities.

Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson Lab

The Marylou Whitney and John Hendrickson Biotechnology Lab, on the second floor, is a well-equipped teaching lab for upper level classes. Size: 40′ X 32′ (1280 sq. ft.)

  • The Jo Ann Lohman Volunteer Lounge offers a full kitchen available to a caterer.
  • An Upper-Level Classroom is equipped with an LCD projector and screen.
  • The Newman Family Reading Room overlooks the reception area with views of the Intracoastal Waterway.
  • Flagler County Tourist Development Council Community Education Laboratory, on the first floor, is mainly used for Whitney Lab’s education programs for children during the school year, but it is available when not in use.
  • The Center for Marine Studies is equipped with locker and shower facilities.

Rental Agreement

  • A reservation deposit equal to 25% of the rental fee is required at time of booking. The remainder of the rental fee is due the day of event.
  • After the event, the leased area must be free and clear of debris and trash. Trash and recycling dumpsters are available behind the Administration Building.
  • Should you require the use of a catering service and/or rental company for tables, chairs, linens etc., we will furnish a list of companies familiar with the Whitney Lab facilities.

Resources

Area accommodations for guests can be found at www.visitflagler.org (for southern accommodations) and www.floridashistoriccoast.com (for northern accommodations).

Activities

For a list of nearby activities, attractions and restaurants, visit our Live & Work webpage.

Contact Us

If you would like more information or have questions, please contact:

Gail White

Events Coordinator

Office: (904) 201-8447

g.white@whitney.ufl.edu

Rental Rates